noun
- Plural of hypochondriasis; persistent excessive worry about having a serious illness despite medical reassurance or absence of symptoms.
Usage: Medical/psychological term; Plural form
Examples
- The therapist treated several cases of hypochondriases in her practice.
- Hypochondriases often develop after a person experiences a significant health scare.
- Multiple hypochondriases can coexist with other anxiety disorders.
- The study examined hypochondriases across different age groups and demographics.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy has proven effective in managing hypochondriases.